Loader Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

HSA, HRA, and FSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled front-end loader operator to move, stockpile, and load materials at our Sumner, WA site. You will perform daily equipment inspections, complete routine maintenance tasks, and ensure product quality while maintaining a safe, organized work area.

Join a team-focused environment with competitive pay ($30.00–$43.50 per hour), a 401(k) with company matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience safely operating front-end loaders or similar heavy equipment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Ability to perform routine inspections and basic maintenance.
• Strong teamwork and customer-focused mindset.
• Capable of adapting to changing priorities with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders to move, stockpile, and load materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
• Load customer and production vehicles accurately while maintaining product quality.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in compliance with policies.
• Support plant operations and collaborate with teammates to meet production goals.

Skills

Heavy equipment operator

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Job description

Line of Business: Other RMC

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate front-end loaders safely and efficiently to move, stockpile, and load materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and complete routine operator maintenance tasks.
• Load customer and production vehicles accurately while maintaining product quality standards.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in compliance with company policies.
• Support plant operations and work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify basic maintenance needs.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

• $30.00 to $43.50 per hour.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment.